The 21st Annual Hassett Reading will be “The Humanities, Education, and Democracy: A Conversation with Dame Louise Richardson, President of the Carnegie Corporation.”
The event will take place on Thursday, October 2, at 7:00 p.m. in the Montante Cultural Center.
Born and raised in County Waterford, Ireland, Dame Louise Richardson earned a degree in history from Trinity College Dublin, the first in her family to attend university. She earned an MA in political science from UCLA and an MA and PhD in government from Harvard University. For 20 years she was a professor at Harvard, where her teaching and scholarship focused on the roots of international terrorism. In 2009, she became the first woman to serve as principal and vice-chancellor of the University of St. Andrews in Scotland and in 2016, the first woman to lead Oxford University as vice-chancellor. In 2023, she became the 13th president of the Carnegie Corporation of New York.
The Carnegie Corporation was established in 1911 by Andrew Carnegie to promote the advancement and diffusion of knowledge and understanding. Today the foundation works to reduce political polarization through philanthropic support for the issues that Carnegie considered most important: education, democracy, and peace. As of September 30, 2024, the endowment value was $4.5 billion. During fiscal year 2023–2024, 353 grants were awarded for a total of $174 million.
Seating is limited: first come, first served, Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A reception will follow the conversation.
To watch a livestream of the event, email series coordinator Mick Cochrane, cochrane@canisius.edu, who will send you a link.
You can learn more about Dame Louise Richardson on the writers series website: www.canisius.edu/writers
Submitted by: Richard Bailey, PhD, associate dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences
Join fellow faculty, staff, and administrators each month for Canisius Colleagues, a monthly gathering to learn more about our Jesuit heritage, what it means to work at a Jesuit institution, and to discuss how our work connects to the mission and serves the students who attend Canisius.
All faculty, staff, and administrators are welcome to participate—whether you’re joining for the first time or returning to continue the conversation.
Participants will meet once a month on select Thursdays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Please register your interest here: Canisius Colleagues Sign Up Form
Submitted by Spencer Liechty, AVP for Mission Integration
Please join us for one of Canisius’ annual Jesuit traditions at the Mass of the Holy Spirit in Christ the King Chapel today at 10 a.m.
All members of the campus community are welcome, regardless of their faith tradition.
The academic calendar includes a special break in the class schedule so that all members of our campus community (students, faculty, and staff) have the opportunity to attend and participate in the Mass.
Classes that usually meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday during this time do not meet on September 10. Classes that typically meet on Wednesday only or on a Monday and Wednesday pattern will still meet on this day.
Part of our tradition includes a formal procession of faculty members from the Faculty Lounge through the quad in academic regalia. Faculty members participating in the academic procession should be at the Old Main Faculty Lounge by 9:40 a.m. Faculty can process in their own regalia.
Submitted by Denise Flannery–on behalf of The Office of Academic Affairs
Become a trusted source for journalists and media outlets.
The Office of University Communications invites faculty and staff to elevate their influence by sharing their insights and expertise with a broader audience.
Our team has developed a database of Canisius individuals who have expertise on topics that may be of interest to local, regional and national media outlets.
To participate, simply complete the brief questionnaire (link below) detailing your areas of expertise and scholarship. Responses will be compiled into the database that will serve as a resource for journalists seeking knowledgeable sources for their stories.
And no worries if you’re new to media interviews, the Office of University Communications is here to provide media tips and training so you can feel confident and prepared to share your expertise.
Don’t miss this opportunity to amplify your impact and contribute to public discourse! Fill out the Media Expert questionnaire.
